Senior Site Manager

3D Personnel; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

3D Personnel, on behalf of our client, is seeking a Senior Site Manager to lead a £100M student accommodation project in Shoreditch. You will report to the Contracts Manager/Project Manager and guide on-site operations.

The role requires a degree or HND in construction, several years' experience, CDM knowledge, and a valid CSCS card. You will manage subcontractors, control costs, and ensure safety and quality on site.

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in a construction-related discipline with 3+ years in similar senior site roles or 5+ years in Senior Site Management on projects £10M+
• Knowledge and understanding of CDM regulations.
• A current CSR/CSCS Card – preferably management level.
• Qualified first aider desirable.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritise.
• Flexible and positive approach to working hours and locations in the UK and Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the project from design to handover to the client.
• Manage on-site operations to meet time, budget and quality constraints.
• Liaise with Contracts/Project Manager to align labour and sub-contractor resources.
• Lead toolbox talks and site safety briefings.
• Plan site facilities and logistics; ensure equipment is fit for purpose.
• Oversee material procurement and deliveries against programme.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Planning & scheduling

Coordination

Education

Degree/HND in construction

CDM regulations knowledge

CSCS Card (management level)

First aider desirable

Time management

Flexible working approach

Job description

On behalf of my client, I am actively recruiting for a Senior Site Manager to work on ongoing a £100M student accommodation project in Shoreditch. My Client is a multidisciplinary construction company working as Main Contractor, delivering an abundance of high end projects across Ireland and the UK.

Reporting to the Contracts Manager/Project Manager, the post holder will be responsible for the planning, execution and delivery of a building project. They will also manage and lead other members of the construction team.

Duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for the co-ordination and control of the project from the design stage, through to completion and the handover of the project to the client.
• Ensuring timely management of any unforeseen delays.
• Regular monitoring and liaison with the Contracts Manager/Project Manager on the Master Programme and development of stage/section programmes as required.
• Liaise with the Contracts Manager/Project Manager to ensure adequate labour and sub-contract resource is available on site utilising the agreed agency list.
• Day to day management of operations on site, ensuring that the project is brought to a successful completion and meets the required time, budget and quality constraints.
• Carry out tool box briefings to the site teams and sub-contractors.
• Plan and efficiently organise the site facilities and logistics, ensuring all equipment on site is fit for purpose and only operated by appropriately trained staff
• Requisition all materials, and oversee the deliveries and ensure they are done so in adequate time in line with the construction programme and procurement schedule.
• Ensure workmanship and material standards are achieved in accordance with specifications, building regulations, health and safety legislation as well as quality standards.
• Ensure site team and sub-contractors are following common operational standards.
• Maintain close relations with the Contracts Manager/Project Manager and Contract Surveyor regarding cost control, waste management, variations and Confirmation of Instructions.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of own activity related to projects on Gateway to enable traceability.
• Undertake all relevant training and development activities as required.
• Assist in the recruitment and selection process as and when required.

Education / Experience:

• A Degree / HND in a construction related discipline and 3+ years relevant experience OR A minimum of 5 years’ experience gained within similar Senior Site Management roles working on projects ranging from £10M+
• Knowledge and understanding of CDM regulations.
• A current valid CSR / CSCS Card – preferably held at management level.
• Qualified first aider desirable.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritise.
• Flexible and positive approach to working hours and various locations throughout the UK and Ireland.